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Samuel Johnson

Lexicographer and writer, cited for his opinions on women.

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Also known as Dr. Johnson, Johnson

First appearance: iii

Samuel Johnson shows up with force in Chapter IX. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Referenced in a hypothetical scenario about placing women in a shop.
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Samuel Johnson first appears in 0005 iii.

In Chapter IX: Referenced in a hypothetical scenario about placing women in a shop.

Later, in Endnotes: Referenced in the endnotes, particularly in relation to biographical writings.

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